Resource Recovery and Planning Officer

Careers at Council; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff car park

Generous leave provisions

Job summary

Campbelltown City Council seeks a permanent Resource Recovery and Waste Planning Officer to provide expert advice on waste management for development proposals and planning. The role supports review of planning controls and may represent Council in related matters, driving policy initiatives and service improvements.

The successful candidate will combine knowledge of waste recovery with planning framework experience, delivering technical assessments and reports for senior management.

Qualifications

• Degree-focused education in environmental science or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of Australian waste and resource recovery industry and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Advise on resource recovery and waste management for development applications and planning proposals.
• Review Council’s Development Control Plan and represent Council in litigation matters as required.
• Develop, review and implement policies, guidelines and strategic initiatives for service delivery and compliance.
• Prepare planning reports, technical assessments and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Waste management knowledge

Policy advice & planning

Strong written & verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Resource Recovery and Waste Planning Officer

• Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week.
• Annual salary range between $108,310.44 – $117,235.96 + 12% superannuation.

About us:

We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started!

About the role:

The Resource Recovery & Waste Services team are responsible for educating the community in responsible resource recovery, managing the collection, processing and disposal of waste, commingled dry recyclables, garden organics and bulky waste from households across the Campbelltown LGA. The team also administers contracts of local and regional benefit to the Campbelltown City community and coordinates the delivery of community education and awareness activities.

We are currently seeking a permanent Resource Recovery and Waste Planning Officer to provide advice on resource recovery and waste management for development applications and planning proposals, review Council’s Development Control Plan and represent Council in litigation matters (appeals etc.) as and when required.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

• Class C Drivers Licence
• Degree qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Waste Management, or a related discipline, or extensive demonstrated experience in resource recovery and waste management or assessment of planning and development applications
• Extensive knowledge of the Australian waste and resource recovery industry, circular economy principles, emerging technologies and relevant State and Federal Government policies, strategies and legislation.
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in the statutory and strategic planning framework, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Environmental Plans (LEPs), Development Control Plans (DCPs) and planning approval processes.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical advice on waste management and resource recovery outcomes for a range of developments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, review and implement policies, technical standards, operational guidelines and strategic initiatives that improve service delivery and ensure legislative compliance.
• Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships and effectively influencing waste planning outcomes. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing planning reports, technical assessments, and presentations for senior management
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply planning legislation, Council policies, development controls and relevant technical standards to assess development proposals and provide specialist waste and resource recovery advice.Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. It is through respect, integrity and teamwork that we build trust and create optimism for Campbelltown’s future.

As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you’ll receive the following benefits:

• Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week.
• Annual salary range between $108,310.44 – $117,235.96+ 12% superannuation.
• Generous leave provisions
• Staff car park

Key contact: For further information on this position, please contact Joel Coulton, Manager Waste and Cleaning on [phone]

Applications close: Wedesday 28 October 2026

Applicants are required to undergo a comprehensive employment screening process, which may include but is not limited to reference, identity, working with children checks, and medical checks. Employment offers are contingent upon successful clearance of related checks.

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures. We aim to provide a safe space for all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children who identify as LGBTIQA+, and children with disability.